Vestibular and Manual Therapy
Vestibular Therapy - Certified Vestibular Specialist
The Vestibular System is our sensory system that provides our brain with information regarding motion, head position, and spatial orientation.
Vestibular Dysfunction is a disturbance to the vestibular system due to peripheral (inner ear), or central (brain) causes. Common symptoms include vertigo, dizziness, imbalance, blurred vision, nausea, sensitivity to motion or visual stimulus, etc.
Vestibular rehabilitation is a specialized form of physical therapy targeted at restoring the body's vestibular function.
BPPV
The most common cause of vertigo (a false sensation of movement) is BPPV - Benign Paroxysmal Positional Vertigo.
Fortunately, though more complex cases may arise, the average treatments required to eliminate BPPV is 1-2 sessions thanks to advanced training and current evidence based methods.
More recent treatment approaches prioritize patient comfort while maximizing effectiveness. If a person with BPPV is able to lie down in bed, they can be treated.
Manual Therapy - Advanced Training in Joint Mobilization/Manipulation, Dry Needling, and TMJ Disorders
Manual Therapy pertains to the use of specialized "hands-on" methods to facilitate healing and recovery. These techniques are used on all areas of the body and can be effective for the treatment of:
- Headaches
- Facial Pain/TMJ Issues
- Neck Pain/Stiffness
- Cervicogenic Dizziness
- Upper/Middle/Lower Back Pain
- SacroIliac (SI) Joint Dysfunction
- Shoulder Blade Pain
- Upper and Lower Extremity Issues
